Course Description

Cosmetic laser therapy is one of the fastest growing aesthetic treatments available. In 2006, over 36 million light-based aesthetic treatments were performed. By 2019, this will grow to an estimated 120 million treatments annually. The appeal of today’s laser treatments lay in the safety, minimal invasiveness, and minimal downtime associated with treatment. Lasers are safely used for a wide variety of cosmetic treatments. Today’s aesthetic practitioner has the ability to offer a wide array of state of the art laser technology capable of diminishing acne, removing skin pigmentation, eliminating unwanted veins, removing unwanted hair, and resurfacing the skin with minimal to no down time.

Be conversant in all of the light based aesthetic devices including lasers (KTP, Ruby, Pulsed Dye, Diode, Nd:YAG, Er:YAG, YSGG, CO2), Intense Pulsed Light, and Light Emitting Diodes and the important features in selecting these devices and the appropriate use for each device

Review the important safety precautions for aesthetic use of lasers and light for the patient and the aesthetic provider

Discuss the potential adverse events when using lasers and light and how to avoid and treat these complications

Participate in an interactive session with prominent luminaries performing sate of the art laser and light based treatments on live patients demonstrating appropriate aesthetic enhancements and treatment planning

Review the Rubin skin classification system to determine the dermal depth of cosmetic defects requiring correction and understand how to achieve this depth with the various chemical peeling agents

Develop an in-depth working knowledge of the ingredients in cosmeceutical products including the various retinols, growth factors, peptides, antioxidants, lightening agents, metals, botanicals, vitamins, spf agents, and their mechanism of action in promoting skin health

Identify the toxic ingredients contained in many over the counter products

Learn how to develop a successful aesthetic practice with the use of light based devices, chemical peels, and cosmeceutical agents with proven technology, products, protocols, pricing strategies and marketing strategies

This module will provide expert knowledge in aesthetic light based devices, chemical peels, and cosmeceutical products which, when combined with module V and VI, the intensive clinical hands on training module will enable the attendee to offer true expertise in these areas

Speakers

Sharon McQuillan,
MD

Dr. McQuillan is a board certified physician who specializes in aesthetic, anti-aging, and regenerative medicine. She founded The Ageless Aesthetic Institute- a level 4 ACCME accredited aesthetic training program for medical professionals in order to standardize and elevate the practice of aesthetic medicine. Dr. McQuillan has educated thousands of medical professionals in the art and science of aesthetic and anti-aging treatments for over a decade. Dr. McQuillan lectures internationally on aesthetic and regenerative medicine for many organizations and is the medical director of The Aesthetic Fellowship, hosted by the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. The Fellowship is a six-part didactic plus hands-on clinical experience medical education program in aesthetic procedures, offering certification via written and case study examination for its attendees.

Dr. McQuillan has been featured in Dermatology Times, Vogue, Medical Spa Report, Medesthetic, Miami Herald, Aesthetic Guide and on Telemundo and Good Morning America.

Dr. McQuillan owns and operates the Ageless Institute in Aventura, FL offering anti-aging, aesthetic, regenerative, and weight loss treatments. In 2009, Dr. McQuillan forms the Ageless Regenerative Institute in conjunction with a team of experts in stem cell therapies. This expert team has developed an approved method and protocol for the harvesting and isolation of adipose-derived stem cells for autologous transplantation.

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Patrick Bitter, Jr.,
MD

Patrick Bitter, Jr., M.D. is a board-certified dermatologist specializing in non-surgical treatments to improve skin health and delay aging and anti-aging medicine. He is the founder of Advanced Aesthetic Dermatology and maintains medical practices in Los Gatos, CA and Beverly Hills, CA. He graduated from the University of California with highest honors in Biology. He received his medical degree from Stanford University School of Medicine. He completed his dermatology residency at Stanford University School of Medicine in 1986.

Dr. Bitter is regarded as the pioneer in the use of pulsed light technology for skin rejuvenation. He is the developer of the acclaimed FotoFacial procedure using pulsed light to rejuvenate aged skin. He has authored several ground-breaking scientific papers on the use of pulsed light for skin rejuvenation. He is a sought after lecturer and teacher and has taught over four thousand physicians world-wide in the use of pulsed light. Dr. Bitter has been featured as a celebrity dermatologist on ABC’s Extreme Makeover. He is a member of several professional societies including Fellowship in the American Academy of Dermatology and the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. Dr. Bitter has been a consultant to the medical laser device industry and to nutritional and anti-aging companies. Dr. Bitter is dermatologist for the San Jose Sharks National Hockey League Team. He is a former USA Triathlon National Champion and two-time Hawaiian Ironman Triathlon finisher.

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Gail Humble,
MD

Gail Humble, MD serves as Medical Director for Blue Pacific Aesthetic Medical Group in El Segundo. She served as co-investigator in the first and second protocol of the Blue Pacific Medical Group Study on Sculptra. The safety data from this study was used in submission to the FDA that led to the approval of Scluptra in 2004. Dr. Humble also serves as a consultant, speaker, and national trainer for Sanofi-Aventis Pharmaceuticals. She is also a trainer and consultant for Bioform Medical.

Chris W. Robb,
MD, PhD, FAAD

Dr. Robb is the founder of Skin and Allergy Center and SAC Cosmetic, with three locations in central Tennessee. Ph.D. from the University of Texas Medical Branch in Microbiology and Immunology. MD from Texas Tech University School of Medicine. Dermatology Residency at Vanderbilt University. Clinical Assistant Professor at Vanderbilt University School of Medicine and Lincoln Memorial University DCOM.

Rebecca Gelber,
MD

She graduated from the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, taught at UC Davis and UNR and lectures nationally and internationally on aesthetics. Dr. Gelber completed the A4M Aesthetic Fellowship and was awarded Best Overall Facial Improvement at THE Aesthetic Show.

Denise L. Baker,
MD, FACOG, FAACS

Dr. Baker is a national and international physician trainer in cosmetic surgery. Dr. Baker appeared on numerous television and radio programs including CBS’s “The Early Show” with Harry Smith. She has also appeared with Dr. Joyce Brothers.

Dr. Baker received Bachelor and Masters Degrees Arts in Biology, Audiology and Speech Pathology from the Florida State University. She received her Medical Doctorate degree from the University of Florida. Dr. Baker completed her internship and residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Kentucky and subsequently obtained her board certification in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

Dr. Baker is an expert in Cosmetic Feminine Rejuvenation Surgery. She is a faculty member of The American Academy of Cosmetic Gynecologists. Dr. Baker is a pioneer of this procedure having first performed such procedures in the late 1980’s to meet the needs of her female NCAA athlete patients. Now common, these procedures have been featured on the “Oprah Winfrey Show”, “Dr. 90210” and “Plastic Surgery Before & After”. Dr. Baker outlined the benefits of this surgery on the television program “Healthbeat of America.”

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Maria Angelo-Khattar,
MD, PhD

Dr. Angelo-Khattar is a fellow of the Royal Society of Medicine UK.

She is the sole clinical director outside the USA of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine. She is also a member of several professional organizations which include the American Society for Lasers in Medicine and Surgery (ASLMS) and the British Anti Aging Society.

Dr. Khattar has a background in academia as she was an associate professor at the Faculty of Medicine, Kuwait University. Dr. Khattar has published more than 40 scientific papers in international journals. Furthermore she has delivered many lectures on aesthetic medicine at international congresses.

Dr. Khattar is the Managing Director and Founder of Aesthetica Clinic, a large clinical practice affiliated with leading clinical practices in many countries of the region.

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Greg Chernoff,
BSc, MD FRCS(C)

Triple Board Certified, Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Dr. Chernoff is an international researcher, lecturer, and thought leader with practices in Indiana, California, and China. He has authored numerous scientific papers and medical laser textbook chapters. He has helped develop accepted surgical laser and injection techniques and teaches physicians worldwide.

Janette Daher

Janette Daher has spent more than ten years working as a business development manager. A graduate of The Ohio State University, she had the opportunity to mentor under Dr. Roger Blackwell, well-known marketing professor and author of numerous books on marketing and consumer behavior.

As a manager in the hospitality and banking industry, Janette focused on marketing and developing organizations from within, using an all-encompassing approach. While a manager at US Bank, she served on the corporation’s marketing board and had the opportunity to travel to other branches throughout the company, training other manager’s her business and marketing program.

Under the direction of Dr. Sharon McQuillan, she was instrumental in the development of the Ageless MedSpa at Kenneth’s in Columbus, Ohio as well as The Ageless Institute in Sarasota, FL, a full service medical spa with three locations providing science, beauty, and aesthetic solutions in a luxurious and tranquil setting.

Janette currently serves as the Director of Education and Consulting Services for The Ageless Aesthetic Institute, a training program for medical professionals founded by Dr. Sharon McQuillan, providing Level 4 AMA PRA certification in Botox, Facial Filler, and Aesthetic Laser procedures. The Institute is also provides an array of medical spa consulting services to assist medical professionals with their medical spa development and operational needs.

Accreditation Information

Physician Accreditation Statement
This activity has been planned and implemented in accordance with the accreditation requirements and policies of the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME) through the joint providership of Global Education Group (Global) and MMI. Global is accredited by the ACCME to provide continuing medical education for physicians.

This activity has been approved for 21 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™.

Nursing Continuing Education
Global Education Group is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s COA

This activity has been approved for 21 nursing contact hours.

Pharmacist Accreditation StatementGlobal Education Group is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education as a provider of continuing pharmacy education.

This activity has been approved for 21 contact hours (2.10 CEUs) of the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education

Disclaimer
Participants have an implied responsibility to use the newly acquired information to enhance patient outcomes and their own professional development. The information presented in this activity is not meant to serve as a guideline for patient management. Any procedures, medications, or other courses of diagnosis or treatment discussed in this activity should not be used by clinicians without evaluation of patient conditions and possible contraindications on dangers in use, review of any applicable manufacturer’s product information, and comparison with recommendations of other authorities/

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